Free during the event. Otherwise leaf compost is $24 per cubic yard (0.5 yard minimum); screened fill dirt is free year-round.
Mixed: self-load and other options.
Verified Nov 6, 2026 · Official source ↗
What’s offered
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Mulch
Not listedCompost
FreeWood chips
Not listedLeaf compost
FreeLocation
Sunderland Yard Recycling Facility, 9325 NE Sunderland Ave, Portland, OR 97211
Hours & season
2026 event: April 18-19, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Annual spring giveaway around Earth Day; the rest of the year leaf compost is sold. Next dates not announced on the page.
What to bring
PBOT loads open-bed vehicles; to bag your own bring a shovel and bags.
Fees
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| leaf compost | $24 per cubic yard, 0.5 yd minimum |
Giveaway events
Free Compost Days, April 18-19, 2026.
More options
Quick answers
Is mulch free in Portland?
Free: Compost, Leaf compost. Free during the event. Otherwise leaf compost is $24 per cubic yard (0.5 yard minimum); screened fill dirt is free year-round.
Who can get free mulch or compost in Portland?
Open to Portlanders; no ID requirement stated.
When can I pick up mulch in Portland?
2026 event: April 18-19, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Annual spring giveaway around Earth Day; the rest of the year leaf compost is sold. Next dates not announced on the page.
Where do I get mulch in Portland?
Sunderland Yard Recycling Facility, 9325 NE Sunderland Ave, Portland, OR 97211
What should I bring for mulch in Portland?
PBOT loads open-bed vehicles; to bag your own bring a shovel and bags.
Sources
Last verified: Nov 6, 2026. Check the official page or call before you go.
- Free Compost Days 2026 | Portland.gov ↗ Checked Nov 6, 2026